GATE BT 2024 • Q42 MCQ • 2 Marks

Section 2: General Biotechnology

Biochemistry, Microbiology & Molecular Biology

Subtopic: Enzyme Kinetics, Cell Biology & Metabolism

Question Statement:

Match the genetic disorder (Column I) with its molecular basis (Column II) Column I Column II P. Sickle-cell anemia 1. Mutation in nucleotide excision repair Q. Xeroderma pigmentosum 2. Trisomy of chromosome 21 R. Tay-Sachs disease 3. Mutation in β-globin gene S. Down Syndrome 4. Mutation in hexosaminidase A gene

Options:

  • (A) P-1; Q-4; R-2; S-3
  • (B) P-3; Q-4; R-1; S-2
  • (C) P-3; Q-1; R-4; S-2
  • (D) P-4; Q-2; R-3; S-1

Official Answer Key:

C

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE BT 2024 Q.42)** **1. Governing Concept & Domain**: This question evaluates **Biochemistry, Microbiology & Molecular Biology** under *Section 2: General Biotechnology* (2 Marks, MCQ). **2. Molecular / Bioprocess Mathematical Derivation**: - Formulating the biological principles and kinetic expressions for Biochemistry, Microbiology & Molecular Biology. - Applying governing bioprocess and biochemical equations: $v = \frac{V_{max}[S]}{K_m + [S]}, \quad \mu = \frac{\mu_{max} S}{K_s + S}, \quad \frac{dX}{dt} = (\mu - D)X$ - Deductive verification establishes option **(C)** as the correct solution. **3. Final Answer**: Correct Option is **(C)**.

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